Excavation and Transportation of Rock Salt at PMDC Salt Mines Khewra

Pakistan Mineral Development Corporation (PMDC) invites electronic bids from contractors registered with Sales Tax, Income Tax Departments, and Punjab Revenue Authority. Bidders must be active taxpayers on the Federal Board of Revenue list. The procurement is for excavation and carriage/transportation of rock salt from Tunnel No. 5 to PMDC Salt Depot Khewra and M/s LCI Khewra. The contract period is three years for excavation and one year for transportation services. The scope includes excavation of rock salt at the Khewra Salt Mines and its transportation to designated depots. Bidders should be experienced in similar mining and transportation projects and comply with all regulatory requirements. The tender requires submission of bid security amounting to Rs. 1,000,000 in the form of demand draft or pay order in favor of PMDC. The bids must be prepared according to the detailed terms and conditions available electronically on the EPADS-PPRA website. The submission deadline is 17th July 2026 at 11:00 AM via EPADS, with bid opening at 11:30 AM the same day. Original bid security instruments must be submitted physically before the online deadline to avoid disqualification. For technical difficulties with EPADS, bidders may contact the PPRA office in Islamabad. This tender is a significant opportunity for contractors specializing in mining and logistics within Punjab. Ensure your FBR and provincial tax registrations are current and your bid security is prepared correctly. A practical tip: submit your original bid security early to avoid last-minute issues that could lead to bid rejection. Strict adherence to submission timelines and document requirements is crucial for success in this competitive bidding process.